Marine Electronics Technician: Ship Systems Expert

Mackay Communications, Inc.; Deer Park (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with employer match

Company-paid pension

Job summary

Mackay Marine in Miramar, FL, is seeking an experienced Marine Electronics Technician (MET) to install, service, and repair radios, radars, GPS, autopilots, and related equipment on ships. Under limited supervision, you will test, troubleshoot, and load software updates, and produce detailed service reports.

Required: 3+ years MET/ET experience in commercial shipping or military, an Associate’s degree or equivalent, and FCC General License with Radar Endorsement; physical fitness and a valid

Qualifications

• 3+ years MET/ET experience in commercial shipping or the Navy, Coast Guard, or Marines.
• Associate’s degree or equivalent education, training, and experience.
• Strong knowledge of electronics theory and application.
• Valid FCC General License with Radar Endorsement and GMDSS Radio Operator Maintainer License preferred.
• Be physically fit; heavy lifting up to 50 lbs., climbing ladders/masts, exposure to weather.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, and repair radios, radars, GPS, autopilots, and related gear on ships.
• Test, adjust, and troubleshoot electronic components and sub-assemblies.
• Load, update, and modify software on equipment.
• Prepare detailed service reports after job completion.

Skills

Electronics theory

Troubleshooting

Electrical circuits

Education

Associate’s Degree or equivalent

Job description

Mackay Marine in Miramar, FL, is seeking an experienced Marine Electronics Technician (MET) to install, service, and repair radios, radars, GPS, autopilots, and related equipment on ships. Under limited supervision, you will test, troubleshoot, and load software updates, and produce detailed service reports.

Required: 3+ years MET/ET experience in commercial shipping or military, an Associate’s degree or equivalent, and FCC General License with Radar Endorsement; physical fitness and a valid